Circulars

Students who have sports on the above mentioned day, are asked to come to school in colored sports clothes, in order not to miss their sports period.

Thank You,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 32/AY 18-19

June 13, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly note the following:

Last Day of School for Grades 1, 2, & 3 is on Thursday June 20, 2019, at 2:30 p.m.

Report cards will be issued on Tuesday July 9, 2019, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the classrooms.

With the report card you will receive the following:

booklist for the academic year 2019-2020

list of summer books and workbooks to be purchased from Kerbage bookstore- Jeker- Fanar

stationery list

list of copybooks

general information circular

yearbook

Best Wishes for a great summer holiday.
See you all in September.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 31/AY 18-19

June 6, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly note that Grade 3 mass on Thursday June 6, in Harissa, has been postponed to Friday the 7th of June, 2019. You are cordially invited to attend the mass with your child/children at 10:00 a.m.
Students of Grade 3 are required to wear their SHS official summer uniform (blue shirt, tie, grey skirt for girls, grey pair of trousers for boys, navy socks and black shoes).
Please note that transportation will be provided from and back to school between 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

Thank you,
Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 30/AY 18-19

May 23, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly note that Grade 3 mass will be held on Thursday June 6, 2019, in Harissa.

You are cordially invited to attend the mass with your child/children at 10:00 a.m.

Students of Grade 3 are required to wear their SHS official summer uniform (blue shirt, tie, grey skirt for girls, grey pair of trousers for boys, navy socks and black shoes).

Please note that transportation will be provided from and back to school between 9:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.

If you approve to send your child, kindly fill in and return the attached consent form to the floor supervisor, by the 30th of May, 2019, the latest.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 29/AY 18-19

May 10, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly note that Friday the 17th of May, 2019, is “Favorite Sports Team Jersey Day” for Grades 1 to 3.

Students can come to school wearing the sports outfit of their favorite sports team in any kind of sports.

If your child does not have a favorite team, he/she may wear any sports outfit.

Kindly be informed that Grades 1, 2, and 3 students will be going for an Easter outing (With a big variety of outdoor activities and Easter Egg Hunt activity) to “Pine Yards in Mar Mousa Village”, as per the following schedule:

Grades 1 & 2 on Monday the 15th of April, from 8:00 to 1:00

Grade 3 on Tuesday the 16th of April, from 8:00 to 1:00

If you approve to send your child, kindly fill in and return the attached consent form to the floor supervisor, by Thursday the 11th of April, 2019, the latest.

Students who wish to go will be asked to wear SHS sports uniform even if they don’t have PE classes on the day of the outing.

Please enclose the exact amount of $10 or 15,000 L.L.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 26/AY 18-19

April 2, 2019

Dear Parents,

You are cordially invited to the Lower Elementary’s celebration of World Book Week. During the week of April 8 to April 12, parents will be invited for a reading session with their children in Block A Library, as per the following schedule:

You are cordially invited to attend the SORED Library French Book exhibition at Sagesse High School Cafeteria Block A, from Wednesday March 27 until Friday March 29, 2019.

The exhibition will be opened from 9:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.

Students will be visiting the fair with their teachers during class periods and break time. Kindly encourage your children to purchase books of their choice.

Thank You,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 24/AY 18-19

March 22, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly note that Friday the 29th of March, 2019, is Book Character Day for Grades 1 to 3.

Students can come to school wearing like any of their favorite characters from a book they read.

Thank You,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 23/AY 18-19

March 7, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly note that the second Parent/Teacher meeting for this academic year will take place on Saturday, March 16, 2019.

Teachers will be available at school according to the following schedule:

Grade 1A,1B,1E, 2E, & 3E From 8:00 a.m. till 9:30 a.m.

Grades 1C, 1D, 2A, 2C, & 2D From 9:30 a.m. till 11:00 p.m.

Grades 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C, & 3D From 11:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m.

Your attendance will give you the opportunity to follow up on your child’s overall performance.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 22/AY 18-19

March 5, 2019

Dear Parents,

You are cordially invited to the Lower Elementary Mother’s day Show on Wednesday the 20th of March, 2019, in Block B Auditorium during the following timings:

Grade 2 8:45 a.m.
Grade 1 10:30 a.m.
Grade 3 12:15 p.m.

Please be prompt.

Parents can collect their children from class after the show. Buses will leave at 2:35 p.m.

Wishing you a happy Mother’s Day.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 21/AY 18-19

February 22, 2019

Dear Parents,

As part of their annual national campaign, representatives from the Lebanese Red Cross, will be visiting Sagesse High School, on Wednesday February 27, 2019, to collect donations.

If you wish to contribute, please send the money with your child/children, on Wednesday the 27th of February, 2019.

Your contributions are highly appreciated.

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO20/AY 18-19

February 21, 2019

Dear Parents,

As part of our school-wide initiative to promote mental health and well-being, an introductory Mental Health Awareness session was held for Grade 1 students on Tuesday the 19th of February, 2019. More upcoming sessions will be held for Grades 2 and 3, on the 25th and 26th of February, 2019.

understand the difference between everyday feelings and overwhelming feelings

brainstorm ways to manage their own mental health

know-how, and who to ask for help and support at school and outside of school

The sessions are given by Miss Rita Maroun, a Child and Adolescent Psychologist.

We believe that helping our children develop ways to look after their mental health, can help them cope with daily life stresses, thrive in their development, and be aware of their potential.

Looking forward to working with you in this endeavor during the rest of the academic year.

Thank You,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 19/AY 18-19

February 20, 2019

Dear Parents of Grades 2 and 3,

On Wednesday February 20, 2019 Mr. Lakshman Rai, an arts and crafts teacher from India visited our school and demonstrated the technique of paper art work for Grades 2 and 3 students.

If your child wishes to purchase the paper art booklet with the colored craft paper, then kindly send the amount of 8,000 LL with your child tomorrow, Thursday February 21, 2019. (Please send the exact amount).

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO18/AY 18-19

February 13, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that Grade 3 students will be going to “Cosmocity” in Beirut Souqs, on Thursday the 21st of February, 2019, from 9:15 to 1:00.

If you approve to send your child, kindly fill in and return the attached consent form to the floor supervisor, by the 18th of February, 2019, the latest.

Please enclose the exact amount of 25,000 L.L.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 17/AY 18-19

February 11, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that Grade 1 students will be attending “Louna Bom Bom Dinos” show at the Athenee Theatre in Jounieh, on Wednesday the 20th of February, 2019, from 9:45 to 1:00.

If you would like your child to attend the show, kindly fill in and return the attached consent form to the floor supervisor, by the 18th of February, 2019, the latest.

Please enclose the exact amount of $10 or 15,000 L.L.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO16/AY 18-19

February 8, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that Grade 2 students will be visiting “Kafaat Cooking School” in Mansourieh, on Friday the 15th of February, 2019, from 8:45 to 1:30.

If you approve to send your child, kindly fill in and return the attached consent form to the floor supervisor, by the 12th of February, 2019, the latest.

Please enclose the exact amount of $10 or 15,000 L.L.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 15/AY 18-19

February 7, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly note that February 13, 2019, is Red Color Day.

Students can come to school wearing Red T-Shirt with a pair of Jeans Pants.

Students who have sports and/or activities on the above mentioned day, are asked to come to school in colored sports clothes (mainly Red T-Shirt), in order not to miss their sports period and/or activities.

Thank You,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 14/AY 18-19

February 4, 2019

Dear Parents,

As part of the Active Citizen Project (ACP) for this academic year, we highly encourage parents of Grade 1 students to promote good hygiene habits, by video-taping their child while practicing one or more of the following suggested habits:

Hands, face and /or hair washing

Teeth brushing

Hair combing

Dressing up (Upper body only)

The short video should not exceed a maximum of 60 seconds. English should be the language used if needed.

The video should be forwarded to Mrs. Joelle Harik via WhatsApp on the given phone number: 81-296561.

Parents should mention their child’s name and Grade section. The deadline for submitting the video is the 13th of March, 2019.

All the forwarded videos, will be edited and combined by the English Language teachers, in a 3 to 5 minutes short movie, which will be posted on the school site once it’s ready.

Thank You for your cooperation.

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 13/AY 18-19

January 22, 2019

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that on Tuesday the 22nd of January, 2019, you will be receiving your child’s first Narrative Evaluation for this academic year.

Please make sure to sign the bottom part of the evaluation sheet, and kindly send it back to school in the same envelope.

Thank You
Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 12/AY 18-19

December 10, 2018

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that Wednesday December 12, 2018, is Christmas Color Day and Santa’s Hat Day.

Students can come to school wearing their favorite Green, Red and/or White clothes with Santa’s hat.

Students who have Sports classes and Activities on the above mentioned day, are asked to come to school in colored sports clothes in order not to miss their classes or activities.

Thank You

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 11/AY 18-19

December 4, 2018

Dear Parents,

During this holy season of Christmas, we encourage our students to donate money to support the AFEL organization and the children of Al Ra3i Al Sale7.

If you wish to contribute, the teachers will collect your children’s donations as of December 5 till December 21, 2018.

Your contributions will bring joy to the less privileged children on Christmas.

Thank you for your generosity.

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 10/AY 18-19

November 28, 2018

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that the Lower Elementary students will be attending “The Candy Fest” show at Sagesse School-Jdeideh.

Grade 1 students will be going on Tuesday, the 4th of December, 2018, from 9:00 to 10:15. Grades 2 and 3 students will be going on Wednesday, the 5th of December, 2018, from 9:00 to 10:15.

If you want your child to attend the show, kindly fill in and return the hard copy consent form that will be given to your child on Thursday the 29th of November, and please enclose the exact amount of $10 or L.L. 15,000 and return the form to the floor supervisor by the 3rd of November, 2018, the latest.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 09/AY 18-19

November 27 , 2018

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that the Lower Elementary Division will celebrate St. Barbara on Monday, December 3, 2018. Students are kindly asked to dress up for the occasion. Please note that scary masks and
costumes are not allowed. Class parties will be held during the last 2 periods.

Class teachers will inform students of the snacks, Juices, Sweets, and Cutleries they can get for the party in the coming two days.

NB. Chips, Pop Corn, Nuts and Fizzy drinks are not allowed.

Thank you for your cooperation,

Zeina Kassab

Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 08/AY 18-19

November 23, 2018

Dear Parents,

As part of the Active Citizen Project (ACP) for this academic year 2018-2019, Grade 1 students will be visiting the Kid’s Dental Clinic at Latifa Centre in Mansourieh based on the following schedule:

Grade 1 Topic for this academic year is Hygiene

Date

Place

Wednesday December 5, 2018

from 9:00 till 10:00

1A visiting the kid’s dental clinic at Latifa Centre/ Mansourieh

Tuesday December 11, 2018

from 9:00 till 10:00

1B visiting the kid’s dental clinic at Latifa Centre/ Mansourieh

Tuesday December 11, 2018

from 11:00 till 12:00

1C visiting the kid’s dental clinic at Latifa Centre/ Mansourieh

Wednesday December 12, 2018

from 9:00 till 10:00

1D visiting the kid’s dental clinic at Latifa Centre/ Mansourieh

Wednesday December 12, 2018

from 11:00 till 12:00

1E visiting the kid’s dental clinic at Latifa Centre/ Mansourieh

As part of the Active Citizen Project (ACP) for this academic year 2018-2019, Grade 2 students will be visiting a veterinary in Mar Roukoz based on the following schedule:

Grade 2 Topic for this academic year is Pet Care

Tuesday November 27, 2018

From 8:30 till 9:00

2A Visit to a veterinary

Wednesday November 28, 2018

From 8:30 till 9:00

2B Visit to a veterinary

Thursday November 29, 2018

From 8:30 till 9:00

2C Visit to a veterinary

Tuesday December 4, 2018

From 8:30 till 9:00

2D Visit to a veterinary

Thursday December 6, 2018

From 8:30 till 9:00

2E Visit to a veterinary

Kindly call the division’s assistant Mrs. Nisrine Chamoun, ext. # 168 if you do not wish to send your child.

Regards,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEM No. 7/AY18-19

November 15, 2018

Dear Parents,

Kindly note that you can access the McGraw Hill Math on-line book by using the username and password sent in a sealed envelope.

For any questions, please contact the Head of the Math Department, Mrs. Mariella Saadeh, ext.148

Thank You.

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 06/AY 18-19

November 2, 2018

Dear Parents, Kindly note that the first Parent/Teacher meeting for this academic year will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Teachers will be available at school according to the following schedule:
• Grade 1A,1B,1E, 2E, & 3E From 8:00 a.m. till 9:30 a.m.
• Grades 1C, 1D, 2A, 2C, &2D From 9:30 a.m. till 11:00 p.m.
• Grades 2B, 3A, 3B, 3C, & 3D From 11:00 a.m. till 12:30 p.m.

Your attendance will give you the opportunity to follow up on your child’s overall performance.

Thank you,

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO. 5 /AY 18-19

October 24, 2018

Dear Parents,

Kindly be informed that Fridays are the official uniform days for Grades 1, 2, and 3 students. Uniform days will be held weekly as of Friday the 26th of October, 2018.

Parents will receive a push notification on their mobiles, via the SHS Mobile Application, notifying them that a circular has been posted for their reference.

Consequently, parents are urged to download the SHS Mobile Application on their phones and are kindly requested to access the SHS website on a regular basis.

The school’s Mobile Application is available to install on Apple Store and Android Play Store.

To download the application, search for “Sagesse High School”, download it and log in with your Skoolee username and password.

The application will allow you to receive Push Notifications of homework, assignments and circulars as well as updates on your son/daughter’s absence or tardiness and his/her medical file.

Furthermore, the application will be used later on by the school to send notifications and will replace the SMS notification system.

Kindly contact the IT Department should you need any assistance to download the SHS Mobile Application.

It is worth mentioning, that the Lower Elementary HD will consider that parents and students have been informed once the circulars have been posted on the SHS website.

Thank You

Zeina Kassab
Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO. 3 /AY 18-19

October 22, 2018

Dear Parents,

Kindly read the Child Protection Policy on the School website and return the signed image consent form to the floor supervisor by October 24, 2018 if you do not agree to having your child's photo published on social media.

Thank You,

Zeina Kassab

Head of Lower Elementary Division

CIRCULAR LOWER ELEMENTARY NO 02/AY 18-19

October 15, 2018

Dear Parents,

Head-lice is a common reoccurring problem across all schools. To avoid this issue at SHS, we kindly ask you to have your child/children regularly screened. Through early detection, we can limit its spread.

Kindly note that as per the SHS Student’s Handbook, girls should keep their hair tied back, and boys should have short hair.

Kindly note that students in the Lower Elementary Division have to wear the school uniform at all times as indicated below.

Summer Uniform:

SHS short sleeved shirt

Grey SHS skirt or school jeans for ladies

Grey trousers or school jeans for boys

Navy blue socks and black shoes are mandatory.

Summer Sport Uniform: SHS shorts and T-shirt / athletic shoes

Winter Uniform:

SHS long sleeved shirt and tie

Grey SHS skirt or school jeans for ladies

Grey trousers or school jeans for boys

SHS sweater, SHS blazer and/or raincoat

Navy blue socks and black shoes are mandatory.

Winter Sports Uniform: SHS sweat suit / athletic shoes

All garments have to be clearly and permanently marked with the child’s full name or initials

The school jeans and the PE uniform are not considered the official uniform children may wear on official uniform days.

N.B. In case your child does not have the school uniform because it is out of stock, then please make sure he/she wears a dark Navy Blue pair of jeans with a blue shirt, the closest possible to the school shirt.

Moreover, please note the following points:

Please read the Foundation Documents and General School Policies in the Student's agenda and sign the form on page 8 in case you did not yet